Intimina · Menstrual Cups
Intimina Lily Cup Menstrual Cup Size A
Lower-concern menstrual cup; silicone construction avoids common PFAS sources, but brand offers no explicit transparency.
Intimina Lily Cup is made from medical-grade silicone, a material category with no established PFAS contamination risk from manufacturing or use. The brand does not publicly disclose PFAS-related testing or claims, which is typical for menstrual cups but leaves a small information gap. No lab data or recalls suggest concern.
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Medical-grade silicone
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
period care is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Lily Cup is constructed from medical-grade silicone, a non-porous elastomer commonly used in implantable medical devices and body-contact applications. Silicone avoids the leaching risks associated with plastics (BPA, phthalates) and is thermally stable during normal use (body temperature and typical cleaning). Unlike latex or rubber alternatives, it does not degrade noticeably with repeated boiling sterilization, the standard maintenance protocol for menstrual cups.
The brand's record and disclosure
Intimina (owned by Swedish sexual-wellness company Dame Products) does not publish explicit third-party test reports or PFAS disclosure statements, though the brand has maintained a relatively quiet safety profile with no major recalls on record for the Lily Cup line. The product is CE marked (EU medical device compliance) and marketed toward healthcare-conscious consumers, but this does not guarantee transparency beyond regulatory minimums. No formal complaints of allergic reaction or degradation linked to the product are documented in public safety databases.
How it compares in its category
Menstrual cups vary widely in material: some use standard silicone (this product), others use TPE (thermoplastic elastomer), latex, or rubber. Silicone-based cups like the Lily Cup occupy the middle-to-premium segment and are generally considered lower-risk than cheaper TPE or latex alternatives, which may carry undisclosed fillers or allergens. Competitor brands (e.g. DivaCup, Saalt) offer similar medical-grade silicone but with slightly more transparent testing disclosures; the Lily Cup's relative silence on PFAS and additives is typical of the category but not a standout feature.
If you buy it
Clean the cup with mild soap and water after each use; boil it for 5-10 minutes once per cycle or monthly to sterilize. Do not use harsh bleach, oils, or silicone-based lubricants on the cup itself, as these can degrade the material or interfere with fit. Replace the cup every 2-5 years if it shows visible wear, cracks, or persistent odor after cleaning. If you experience irritation or burning after insertion, discontinue use and consult a healthcare provider; while rare, individual sensitivity to silicone does occur.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Silicone leaching or degradation with heat/age
No published reports of harmful leachates from medical-grade silicone menstrual cups under normal use (body temperature, boiling sterilization). Silicone is chemically inert and does not release known endocrine disruptors; degradation is primarily cosmetic (discoloration, slight softening) over years of use.
Latex or natural-rubber allergy cross-reactivity
The Lily Cup contains silicone, not latex or natural rubber, so it poses no latex-allergy risk. However, individuals with severe silicone sensitivity (rare) may experience localized irritation; the product contains no documented latex allergen.
Bacterial or fungal overgrowth if poorly maintained
Any menstrual cup can harbor odor-causing bacteria or mold if not dried completely or stored in a damp, airtight container. This is a hygiene issue rather than a material hazard; proper drying and monthly boiling mitigate risk. No specific contamination failures tied to the Lily Cup brand have been reported.
Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) risk from prolonged insertion
TSS is a recognized but rare risk with any menstrual-cup product if left inserted beyond recommended intervals (typically 12 hours). This is a usage-error hazard, not a defect in the Lily Cup; it applies equally to all menstrual cups and is mitigated by following care instructions and removing the cup within the advised timeframe.
Dye or pigment heavy-metal content in colored variants
The Lily Cup line includes colored options. No public test data exists on heavy-metal (lead, cadmium, chromium) contamination in the colorants used; this is typical of the menstrual-cup category, where regulatory disclosure on dyes is minimal and no major brand recalls for color-related toxicity have been documented.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 82% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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